Question 1

What is a spine ambulatory surgery center (ASC)?

Accepted Answer

An ambulatory surgery center (ASC) is an outpatient surgical facility where spine procedures — such as discectomy, laminectomy, and spinal fusion — are performed without an overnight hospital stay. ASCs typically have lower infection rates and faster discharge times than inpatient hospitals for appropriate surgical candidates.

Question 2

How do I find an accredited spine surgery center near me?

Accepted Answer

Use the search or filter tools on this page to find accredited spine facilities by location, facility type, or name. Each facility listing shows verified accreditation status, OR counts, and affiliated staff rosters so you can compare options before contacting a facility.

Question 3

What is the difference between a spine hospital and an ASC?

Accepted Answer

A spine hospital provides both inpatient and outpatient surgical care, typically for more complex or high-risk procedures requiring post-operative monitoring. An ASC handles outpatient-only procedures for medically appropriate patients and usually offers lower costs and quicker discharge. Your surgeon will recommend the appropriate setting based on the procedure and your health status.

Question 4

What should I look for when choosing a spine surgery facility?

Accepted Answer

Key factors include accreditation status (Joint Commission, AAAHC, or CMS certification), the number of spine-trained surgeons on staff, annual procedure volume for your specific surgery type, infection rates, and whether the facility participates with your insurance plan. Spine.co displays verified staff rosters and OR counts to help you compare facilities side by side.

Spine Care Facilities

Forrest County General Hospital

Forrest County General Hospital

Forrest County General Hospital

Forrest County General Hospital

Forrest County General Hospital

Forrest County General Hospital

Forrest County General Hospital

Forrest County General Hospital

Forrest County General Hospital

Forrest County General Hospital

Forrest General Cancer Center

Forrest General Hospital

Forrest General Hospital Employee Pharmacy

Forsyth Memorial Hospital INC

Forsyth Memorial Hospital, INC.

Forsyth Memorial Hospital, INC.

Forsyth Memorial Hospital, INC.

Forsyth Memorial Hospital, INC.

Forsyth Memorial Hospital, INC.

Forsyth Memorial Hospital, INC.

Fort Bayard Medical Center

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, INC

Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board, INC

Fort Harrison Va

Fort Healthcare, INC.

Fort Loudoun Medical Center

Fort Meade Vamc

Fort Meade Vamc

Fort Payne Hospital Corporation

Fort Payne Hospital Corporation

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center

Fort Smith Emergency Hospital, LLC

Fort Smith Hma, LLC

Fort Walton Beach Medical Center, INC.

Fort Walton Beach Medical Center, INC.

Fort Worth Osteopathc Hospital, INC.

Fort Worth Surgicare Partners, LTD

Fort Worth Surgicare Partners, LTD.

Fort Yates Ihs Hospital

Fort Yates Ihs Hospital

Fort Yates Indian Health Service Hospital

Forum Health

Forum Health

Fostoria Community Hospital

Fostoria Community Hospital

Fostoria Hospital Association